Jobs · Information Technology · Virginia

Security Officer Armed Weekdays Mornings

Allied Universal · Harrisonburg, VA · 2 mo ago
On-siteInformation Technology$18/hrFull-time

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

About the role

As an Armed Front Desk Officer at a government location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence while monitoring access, greeting visitors, verifying credentials, and responding to security-related concerns. You will help maintain an orderly environment through strong communication and customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional customer service at the front desk of a government office by greeting visitors, answering general questions, and directing individuals to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Monitor visitor access by verifying identification, following site-specific entry procedures, issuing visitor credentials as applicable, and maintaining accurate visitor records.
  • Observe lobby and reception-area activity and report suspicious, unusual, or unauthorized activity to appropriate personnel in accordance with site-specific policies.
  • Respond to incidents, requests for assistance, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.
  • Support a professional and orderly government-office environment by maintaining clear communication with staff, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership.

Requirements

  • Have at least one year of security-related experience.
  • Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • CPR certification is preferred.
  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
  • Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
  • Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
  • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
  • A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Benefits

  • Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
  • Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
  • Retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Pay

$18.00 / hour

Schedule

  • Monday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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